Specialist - Senior Category Manager - Consulting

Northern Trust · Chicago, IL, United States of America

Don’t apply blind. See how your CV matches Manager first — free, in 30 seconds.

You will leave NewLuxJob. We do not receive or handle applications.

Company
Northern Trust
Location
Chicago, IL, United States of America
Salary
$114,700 - 194,900 USD
Posted
September 10, 2026

About this job

Job Description Major Duties: • Develops best-in-class procurement and category management practices enterprise-wide, including: effective sourcing and overall procurement strategies; processes and infrastructure to effectively manage procurement activities across all spending categories; sustainable purchasing methods, delegating tactical and administrative tasks as appropriate. • Works with Category Managers to establish and communicate category strategy and provide updates on adherence to strategy • Mentors Category Managers on the approach and resources to educate themselves in their industry and expand their knowledge base • Develops, implements and communicates an overall strategy to meet both the Business Unit's and Corporation's strategic plan • Establishes periodic strategic…

This is a short summary.

Want to know if you're a fit? Check your CV against this role — free, in 30 seconds.

Most-requested skills in the United States

Based on 1,036 United States vacancies that list requirements, these are the skills employers ask for most often.

  • Leadership59% of postings
  • Strategy59% of postings
  • Stakeholder Management46% of postings
  • Budgeting26% of postings
  • Coaching25% of postings
  • Project Management21% of postings
  • Change Management7% of postings
  • Agile/Scrum7% of postings
Manager skills

Similar jobs

See if your CV fits this job

Paste your CV for an instant match score against this role — and get a tailored cover letter in one click.

  • Instant match score for this role
  • Tailored cover letter in one click
  • Free — no credit card
Check my CV — free